William Frederick Valentine, Sr., age 80, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. He was born on April 9, 1944 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire to Leonard and Mary Belle Valentine. Fred proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a member of American Legion #171, a lifetime member of the NRA, avid hunter and fisherman. Fred loved to cook and could be a little cantankerous at times. Preceded in death by his father, Leonard Valentine; mother, Mary Belle Stratford; brothers, Raymond and Robert Valentine. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Jean Valentine; daughter, Tina Marie (Andrew) Williams; son, William “Fred” (Susie) Valentine Jr., grandchildren, Ashley, Todd, Jordan, Julia, Emma and Ethan; 7 great-grandchildren; half-brother, Ted Valentine; many other relatives and friends. A celebration of life will take place at a later date along with inurnment in Alton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Legion Post #171 Westerville, Ohio or the NRA.